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01-22-2011, 11:08 AM
I need a new travel bag. Something that can hold enough for like 2 weeks.
Im thinking that the duffel bags with wheels are the best bet.
Anyone know which ones are the best? Sleek, sturdy, practical ect
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01-22-2011, 05:38 PM
I haven't checked them out for a while, but i researched gear like this a lot a few years ago. Back then, Eagle Creek made some good bags that you're describing. I have a regular E.C. bag, and some broke the lock+zipper to steal something when the back was in transit during a flight. I sent it to Eagle Creek for repair, and the ended up replacing the bag for free. Pretty nice service when you consider that having the bag broken into has nothing to do with a manufacturers defect.
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01-22-2011, 05:55 PM
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_SPM698235201P
I've had one of these for a few years. You may be able to pick it up in a tactical store in Fayetteville. It's held up well and is within airline regs.
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01-22-2011, 10:03 PM
Briggs and Riley
You won't be disappointed ive got the duffel bag model with wheels
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01-23-2011, 05:08 PM
How about a small suit case with wheels that can carry a suit or two as well along with other stuff Any Suggestions ?
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01-23-2011, 07:09 PM
northface.com has some nice ones also
be careful if you are checking it - get one that doesnt weigh very much because if you go over the 50 lb limit they airline whacks you w/fees, so the less weight you start off with the better you are
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01-23-2011, 10:22 PM
what do they charge you if its oversize? seems like that can get expensive if you travel often
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01-23-2011, 10:31 PM
Usually $50 for oversized and $50 for overweight.
I actually don't fly often since I plan trips where I'm visiting neighboring countries (I can take the bus or train). In mainland europe I don't see myself taking many flights. Even if I take 4 flights in a year, that's $200-400 in extra charges to travel comfortable. That's more than worth it to me. It depends on what you need to live abroad for a long period of time without getting homesick for shit that you could've just packed.